what it means to the city, how it became such a cultural phenomenon and more. kickoff in new orleans, a cnn bleacher report special today at 4:00 eastern time. >>> alex rodriguez, in trouble again. yankees slugger is in the middle of another investigation into banned substances in baseball. so, what's he saying about the new allegations? we'll find out. >>> first, when traveling to other cities and countries, the best way to get a real taste of the place is through the local food. cnn ireport has teamed up with travel & leisure magazine to create 100 places to eat like a local. here is ivan watson in istanbul with a sample. >> reporter: i'm ivan watson on a beautiful winter's day in istanbul. when i want to eat like a local, i come and talk to this guy over here, my friend ansel. how are you doing? he's the editor of a guide book on local restaurants and a website. what do you have in mind today? >> tis the season to eat hamsi, black an chochovies. what do you say? >> let's do it. >> welcome. >> thanks. >> thank you. >> we're eating anchovies, totally delicious